Other note. Toyota is pushing for number one car manufacturer as they are trying to produce more cars. Sales have been so high for Toyota, that they need to keep up!!!! Whew, Toyota. So good. But I want a Honda next because of the new Civic Si. Ooops, I can't now because I refinanced my stupid car!!!!

My Ford Focus is what I would consider reliable.
The only thing I had to repair so far is the alternator. It did go out a little prematurely ('02 model at around 45K) and it really sucked replacing it, but I saved money doing it myself. Other than that, I think if you treat a car right it will love you back. A lot of people just take really poor care of cars and expect them to work like a charm.

Ford's answer to gaining popularity - Quit crying about how making a serious import that would compete with the Mustang would lower its sales. Those are two completely different markets. Bring over the European 5-cyl turbo Focus ST.